Dr. Reddy's launches generic epilepsy drug

By Alaric DeArment

HYDERABAD, India — Indian drug maker Dr. Reddy's Labs has launched a generic treatment for epilepsy, the company said.

Dr. Reddy's announced the launch of divalproex sodium extended-release tablets in the 250-mg and 500-mg strengths, used to treat epileptic seizures. The 250-mg tablets are available in bottle count sizes of 100, while the 500-mg tablets are available in sizes of 100 and 500.

The drug is a generic version of AbbVie's Depakote ER. Branded and generic versions of the drug had sales of about $194 million during the 12-month period that ended in June, according to IMS Health.

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